The Province of Ontario has awarded the contract for the new hospital build in Picton.
The new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital will be constructed by M. Sullivan and Son Limited.
They are a construction company with officers in Ottawa and Kingston.
Quinte Health CEO Stacey Daub says it is the culmination of hard work, passion, generosity and tenacity that has brought us to this milestone.
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Bay of Quinte MPP Todd Smith (left) and Stacy Daub (right)
Daub added that she is grateful to the project partners (PECMH Foundation, PECMH Auxiliary, Prince Edward Family Health Team and the Prince Edward County municipality) and to the donors who have contributed to the construction cost.
“The community has been steadfast in their support for the hospital. It all started back in early 2000’s, when that community really understood that they needed a new hospital and started all kinds of work.”
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The cost of the project is projected to be over $100-million, with the province paying about 90-percent of the cost.
The new county hospital is said to be leading edge, designed to meet the current and future needs of the local community, with improved equipment and facilities.
There will be a 24-hour emergency department, a helipad, a procedural suite, a dialysis unit and more.
Construction is expected to begin this month.
“I don’t think there’s a community group in Prince Edward County that hasn’t in one way or another, stepped up to raise funds, whether it be a few thousand dollars, to several million dollars, to support the new hospital. This really has been a galvanizing effort.”
A full timeline of the rollout to get to this point is available by CLICKING HERE
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Ontario Premier Doug Ford gives his daily COVID-19 update and announces an $8.7 million commitment to the new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital build, in Picton, on October 23, 2020.
Below are quotes from Thursday mornings announcement
“With an approved contract for M. Sullivan and Son Limited to build the new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital, we’ve reached the finish line after a long journey together. Our government is turning its promise into action. I’m looking forward to seeing shovels in the ground this summer on this state-of-the-art health care facility. Congratulations to Quinte Health and the entire community on your unwavering commitment to this project.” – Todd Smith, MPP for Bay of Quinte
“During my tenure on the Quinte Health Board, I have witnessed with profound interest and immense pride, the progress of the new hospital planning. I am truly in awe of the extensive work, staunch support, and relentless dedication that have propelled us forward. Today’s announcement is a testament to the generosity of the community I call home and our resilient Quinte Health team.” – Lisa O’Toole, Board Chair, Quinte Health
“Today, this project reached a tremendous milestone in awarding the contract for the builder of our new hospital. We always knew that the new build would keep sustainability in mind to serve many generations in this community. Getting to this point would not be possible without the support of so many individuals and businesses. We would like to thank our donors, volunteers, staff, physicians, and everyone who has waited with anticipation for this day to come. We look forward to welcoming M. Sullivan & Son Limited to the team and celebrating with the community when those shovels go into the ground.” – Peggy Payne, Chairperson, PECMH Foundation
“Today, this project reached a tremendous milestone in awarding the contract for the builder of our new hospital. We always knew that the new build would keep sustainability in mind to serve many generations in this community. Getting to this point would not be possible without the support of so many individuals and businesses. We would like to thank our donors, volunteers, staff, physicians, and everyone who has waited with anticipation for this day to come. We look forward to welcoming [name contractor] to the team and celebrating with the community when those shovels go into the ground.” – Peggy Payne, Chairperson, PECMH Foundation
“The dream of a new hospital for Prince Edward County is much closer to reality with this latest milestone, and we could not be happier. I want to congratulate all those involved in getting the project to this point, and I want to thank the community for their ongoing support for a new hospital. Your hard work and dedication will result in a leading-edge health-care facility to serve our community for many years to come.” – Steve Ferguson, Mayor, Prince Edward County
“The PECMH Auxiliary is excited to hear that the proponent for the hospital build has been chosen. Our auxiliary celebrates 90 years this year, which represents thousands of volunteers over the past years contributing to this vital community resource – our beloved hospital. We look forward to seeing the shovels in the ground and this new state-of-the-art hospital in our community.” – Susan Quaiff, President, PECMH Auxiliary
“Residents of Prince Edward County have been planning, waiting and wishing for a new hospital for the community. Now, we are breaking ground on what will be a state-of-the-art health care facility that will be the community’s crown jewel for so many years to come. We are excited as partners in health care here in PEC to have a facility that will provide the very best environment for clinicians to deliver exceptional care and for patients to receive it, all so close to home.” – Barinder Gill, Executive Director, Prince Edward Family Health Team
“Under the leadership of Premier Ford, our government is continuing to make record investments in Ontario’s hospitals and health care infrastructure, getting shovels in the ground for over 50 development projects, and renewing existing hospitals and community health centres across the province. The new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital will expand capacity, decrease wait times, and connect patients and their families across the Bay of Quinte to fast and convenient care, close to home, for years to come.” – Sylvia Jones, Minister of Health
